1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 821 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Riviera | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |